Our client is a leader in providing engineering and construction services for large scale infrastructure projects across globe. The company has a long history and an international set-up. They currently are looking for a determined and dynamic Senior Accountant to join their Zurich team. The qualified candidate will have min 5 years of GL accounting in Switzerland, knowledge of OR and IFRS, and Fluency in German and English.
Task and Responsibilities
* Responsible for monthly and annual financial statements in accordance with IFRS and the Swiss Code of Obligations, reporting directly to the group
* Management of financial accounting as well as accounts receivable and accounts payable
* Recording invoices and bank payments
* Reconciliation of invoices, accounts, debtors and creditors
* Review expense and credit card reports
* Supporting external audit procedures
* Preparation of the periodic VAT statements (CH) and other mandatory tax forms
* Improve and implement accounting, financial control processes and systems
* Responsibility for and involvement in ICS processes
* Supporting with project work
* Supporting and instructing subsidiaries abroad
Skills / Qualifications
* Several years of commercial training followed by a federal certificate in finance and accounting
* 5+ years of proven work experience in accounting
* Fluency in English and German is a must
* Very good knowledge of Swiss Code of Obligations (OR) and IFRS knowledge.
* Construction, Infrastructure, background would be preferred but not mandatory
* Knowledge of Oracle Netsuite accounting software is beneficial
* Very good knowledge of Microsoft Office packages, especially Excel
* Self starter and have a pro-active approach to working with minimal supervision
* Comfortable in a fast-paced international, multicultural environment
* Excellent analytical skills, detail-oriented and proactive
* Very independent and reliable way of working
* Team player, integrity and perseverance, flexible, dedicated
* High motivation and very strong communication skills
* High tolerance to pressure and meeting deadlines